Product introduction
Trivolib is an extended-release tablet that brings together three diabetes medicines: glimepiride, metformin and voglibose. It is prescribed to adults with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar is not controlled well enough with fewer medicines. A strip holds 15 tablets.
Storage: Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight.
Uses of Trivolib 2mg/500mg/0.2mg Tablet ER
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults.
Benefits of Trivolib 2mg/500mg/0.2mg Tablet ER
Each of the three ingredients lowers blood sugar in a different way, so together they give broader control than a single drug. Keeping sugar levels steady over time lowers the risk of long-term problems such as kidney damage, nerve damage and eye complications.
Side effects of Trivolib 2mg/500mg/0.2mg Tablet ER
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia).
- Nausea.
- Diarrhoea.
- Altered or metallic taste.
- Stomach pain.
- Headache.
- Respiratory tract infection.
How to use Trivolib 2mg/500mg/0.2mg Tablet ER
Take it exactly as your doctor has prescribed, normally with or just before a meal. Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush, chew or break an extended-release tablet. Keep meal timings regular, since skipping a meal while taking it can cause blood sugar to drop too low.
How Trivolib 2mg/500mg/0.2mg Tablet ER works
Glimepiride prompts the pancreas to release more insulin. Metformin reduces the sugar made by the liver and helps the body respond better to insulin. Voglibose slows the digestion of carbohydrates in the gut so that blood sugar rises less sharply after meals.
Substitutes for Trivolib 2mg/500mg/0.2mg Tablet ER
These medicines have the same composition (Glimepiride + 2 more) and can generally be used as alternatives. Always confirm with your doctor or our pharmacist before switching.
Safety advice
Alcohol can push blood sugar too low and raises the risk of a serious build-up of lactic acid with metformin.
Safety in pregnancy is not established, so talk to your doctor about the best way to manage diabetes.
The medicine may reach the baby through breast milk and is not advised while breastfeeding.
Low blood sugar can affect concentration, so ask your doctor whether it is safe for you to drive.
It should be avoided in people with severe kidney disease because metformin can accumulate.
It should be avoided in people with severe liver disease.
Quick tips
- Do not crush, chew or split the tablet.
- Never skip meals while taking this medicine, as it can cause low blood sugar.
- Know the signs of low blood sugar such as sweating, shakiness and confusion, and keep a sugar source handy.
- Check your blood sugar regularly and keep follow-up appointments.
- Avoid alcohol, which raises the risk of low blood sugar and lactic acidosis.
Fact box
| Chemical class | — |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | ORAL ANTIDIABETICS |
| Action class | Anti-diabetic combination |
Frequently asked questions
What is Trivolib used for?
It is used to control blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Can I split or crush the tablet?
No. It is an extended-release tablet and should be swallowed whole.
What happens if my blood sugar drops too low?
Take a quick source of sugar such as glucose or juice and tell your doctor, who may need to adjust the dose.
Can I drink alcohol while taking it?
It is best avoided because alcohol increases the risk of hypoglycaemia and lactic acidosis.